There is a chance the ruling, regarding the case of a student denied admission to the university, will undercut the legality of affirmative action programs beyond the education realm. But because affirmative action isn't being directly challenged, both the outcome and significance are unclear. In fact, the ruling of this case could have no effect on affirmative action in the workplace at all.

Together we bring our strengths and varied talents by delivering an unending effort to promote affirmative action in the work place, and to organize around political action and legislation of women's issues. We strive to enhance the quality of work life for working women and their families by increasing the participation of women in their unions. We also resolve to support our unions for decent wages, better working conditions, better childcare and other issues of special concern to women.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION IN THE WORKPLACE ..

In this lesson, learners examine Affirmative Action programs in the workplace and begin to explore the concept of "reverse discrimination," using Internet sources and the attached study guides.

What Is an Advantage of Affirmative Action in the Workplace? - Woman

Thus, preferential affirmative action in the workplace served thesame rationale as the non-preferential sort. Its purpose wasnot to compensate for past wrongs, offset unfair advantage,appropriately reward the deserving, or yield a varietyof social goods; its purpose was to change institutions so they couldcomply with the nondiscrimination mandate of the Civil Rights Act.

Affirmative Action in the Workplace: Pros, Cons & Examples

Affirmative action in the work place: For better or for worse

The government actively encourages partnerships with historically disadvantaged Namibians. Although the Government does not have a codified Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) program, the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare’s Equity Commission requires all firms to develop an affirmative action plan for management positions and to report annually on its implementation. Namibia’s Affirmative Action Act strives to create equal employment opportunities, improve conditions for the historically disadvantaged, and eliminate discrimination. The commission facilitates training programs, provides technical and other assistance, and offers expert advice, information, and guidance on implementing affirmative action in the work place.